Formal RFP for WWYK200131 - Repair Chilled Water System, Bldg. 2280
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force has released a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Repair of the Chilled Water System at Building 2280, Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside construction-only contract, estimated to be more than $10,000,000. The procurement utilizes a Two-Step Sealed Bidding process. Step One Technical Proposals are due by June 8th, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all materials, labor, plant, tools, transportation, equipment, testing services, quality control, and incidentals required to repair the chilled water system. This includes identifying necessary logistical, architectural, and structural work elements, and providing any assemblies or apparatus not explicitly identified in project documents to ensure a complete, fully operating system. Work will occur in airfield operations and controlled/restricted areas, requiring specific coordination and FOD awareness training. Government-provided information (e.g., floor plans, utility locations) is approximate and requires field verification. Lead-based paint concerns have been identified, requiring trained workers for removal.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: 440 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed
- Estimated Magnitude: More than $10,000,000
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction)
- Size Standard: $45,000,000.00 Annual receipts
- Liquidated Damages: $227.75 per day
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Two-Step Sealed Bidding process:
- Step One (Technical Proposal): Proposals must be submitted electronically via DoD SAFE. Bidders must email the Contracting Officer (CO) or Contract Specialist (CS) for a drop-off code. Technical proposals, which must not include pricing, will be evaluated on Capability and Management and Schedule and Planning. An "Acceptable" rating in all subfactors is required to proceed.
- Step Two (Pricing Proposal): Only technically acceptable offerors from Step One will be invited to submit sealed priced bids. Award will be made to the responsible bidder with the lowest evaluated price, assessed for reasonableness, balance, and realism.
Mandatory Site Visit: A site visit was held on April 10th, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Attendance was mandatory for proposal eligibility. RFIs arising from the site visit were due April 21st, 2026, and responses were posted on May 4th, 2026.
Key Requirements & Notes
- Key Personnel: Requires a Project Manager, Quality Control Manager, Site Safety and Health Officer, and Project Superintendent, each with specific experience and qualifications.
- Access: Contractor personnel require AFMC Form 387 badges for Tinker AFB access and AF Form 1199C for controlled/restricted areas. An Entry Authorization List (EAL) spreadsheet must be completed for personnel.
- Bid Guarantee: A bid guarantee of 100% of the proposal is required.
- NIST SP 800-171: Compliance verification is rescinded, but prime contractors remain responsible for CUI safeguarding.
- Wage Determination: The latest modification (Mod 1) to General Decision Number OK20260049, dated 01/23/2026, updates prevailing wage rates.
- Attachments: Include Utility Site Map, Project Pictures, Utility Site Map Legend, Geotechnical Report, Asbestos Report (no asbestos detected), EAL List, SOW, Instructions to Bidders, Evaluation Factors, and Wage Determination.
Contact Information
- Primary: Sharla Flowers (sharla.flowers_brandon.1@us.af.mil)
- Secondary: Michael Johnson (michael.johnson.404@us.af.mil, 4056202913)